Surrey - Drums Lessons

Chris Sallis-Lyon

Lessons Coordinator
[email protected]
604-588-9423

alan tabz (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Thursday, Friday

Alan started his music journey back in the mid 80’s as a teenager and toured the globe playing in diverse music styles and performing with outstanding musicians. Alan is a passionate teacher who has experience working with students of all ages and skill levels and is happy to help students grow and learn, no matter their musical background. Teaching drums in different genres of music and spreading the joy of playing it is his passion. Alan's rate is $29 per half hour.

bee barry (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Wednesday, Sunday

Bee has been passionate about percussion for the past ten years. She grew up listening to pop punk, rock and indie music. She took these styles with her when she began her percussive journey but punk beats are not all she can do. Bee studied music theory at Douglas College and has been teaching across the Lower Main land for the past two years. Here she found great joy and enthusiasm for teaching her craft. Her goal is to personalize each lesson to the student's learning style and goals along while making sure they leave inspired to keep moving forward with their instrument. Bee's rate is $29 per half hour.

jon holisko (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Tuesday

Jon Holisko is a professional drummer and drum teacher who has toured Europe, China, the Caribbean and North America with multiple bands. He studied Jazz music at Capilano University and holds a Bachelor of Jazz Performance on percussion. Jon plays regularly with singer songwriter Krystle Dos Santos, reggae cover band Mostly Marley, top 40s cover band TriloJay, and does session work with dozens of local and international artists. Jon has studied with a long list of music educators over the years and has a broad range of knowledge in many different styles of music including reggae, funk, jazz, hip hop, latin, afro cuban, rock, metal, r&b, electronic and world music. Jon also works in tv/film and most recently recorded a song for an ABC Television show titled When We Rise, and makes appearances on drums on the Netflix series Riverdale, and Legends of Tomorrow. Jon's rate is $29 per half hour.

max ley (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday

Max Ley has been a pervasive figure in the BC music scene for over a decade, lending his deep pocket and smiling, warm presence to folk bands, indie rock artists, and even a 20 piece Jazz-Metal Big Band! Max has played hundreds of shows touring all across Canada and China and brings a lot of real world experience and insight to his lessons. After studying with famed drumset educator Dave Elitch in 2019, Max is inspired to instill a unique, healthy, and joyful relationship with the drums to all his students.
His rate is $30 per half hour.

munesh sami (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Saturday, Sunday

Munesh has over 10 years of professional touring and recording experience with well-known artists such as Hank Williams III and Strapping Young Lad, and seeks to pass on his knowledge gained from a successful and rewarding career as a live and studio drummer. He is proficient in a wide variety of styles, studied music at UBC, and excels at building up and encouraging new drummers. All ages, skill levels, and styles are welcome and encouraged. His rate is $30 per half hour.

rishabh gulati (Drums)

Online Lessons:

Teaching Day(s): Wednesday, Saturday

Rishabh Gulati is a versatile drummer with extensive experience in live performances, freelancing, and studio work across Vancouver and the Islands. He started his drumming journey in India at a very young age, developing a deep passion for rhythm and music. Rishabh has played with a range of bands and artists in the local music scene, from rock to funk and indie, including Autonomous Apes, WrittenbyHazaar, Nine Narrows, and many more. His teaching style is highly student-oriented, focusing on individual strengths and goals to create a personalized and engaging learning experience. He works closely with each student to build confidence and strong rhythmic skills across a variety of styles. Rishabh’s rate is $29 per half hour.